TNS is a public school. But the programs that define it — the ones your child talks about at dinner — are not funded by the city. They're funded by you. Here's exactly where every dollar goes.
Updated April 2026 · Based on treasurer reports from Feb & Mar meetings
What the PTA Budget Pays For
These are line items from the current PTA budget — not wishes, not stretch goals, but commitments the board has already made. If fundraising falls short, these get cut.
Two K-1 TAs in general ed classrooms. The DOE doesn't fund these — only the PTA does.
The overnight 4th/5th grade trip that defines the TNS experience. Bus, lodging, scholarships.
K-5 trips, arts partnerships, guest speakers, community excursions.
Supplies, reimbursements, curriculum materials teachers request mid-year.
Fall Fling, movie nights, Sing bake sales, graduation — the things that make TNS feel like TNS.
The Title I Gap
44% of TNS families qualify for Title I status — but the federal threshold for funding is 60%. That 16-point gap means TNS receives no Title I money at all. Programs that federally-funded schools get for free — reading specialists, subsidized trips, after-school enrichment — our families have to pay for. Every dollar you give directly fills that gap.
What Your Gift Looks Like in Practice
One month of TA salary
Sponsors a child's Ashokan trip
Covers a full class trip
Corporate match via Benevity
Give Now
Ready? Donate via Zeffy — 100% of your gift reaches the PTA (zero platform fees). Choose one-time or monthly recurring. If your employer matches, submit the match through Benevity after donating. Full details on our donation page .
TNS PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN: 13-4033837. All donations are tax-deductible.